Brian Thurogood

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Tasting Notes – Chardonnay

Tasting Notes – Chardonnay

Gone are the days of ABC – Anything But Chardonnay – and New Zealand Chardonnays are making a real splash on the international stage. At a tasting in London in early October the great wine critic Jancis Robinson declared NZ Chardonnays some of the best in the world...

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From Rugby to Vineyards

From Rugby to Vineyards

A 30-Year Love Affair with Treviso Sir John Kirwan’s connection to Italy began three decades ago when he moved there to play and coach rugby. He settled in Treviso, a charming town in Northern Italy’s Veneto region. His wife was born there, his children grew up there,...

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Organic Magic at Ash Ridge

Organic Magic at Ash Ridge

Tucked away in the world-famous Bridge Pa Triangle wine-growing district of Hawke's Bay, Ash Ridge Winery stands as a shining example of what happens when passion meets sustainable stewardship. This boutique, family-owned estate—lovingly run by owner-operators Leith...

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